So you think you’re a hot shot because you have over 200 jumps from 10,000 feet. Good for you. Now try it from beyond the atmosphere. That’s right. Orbital Outfitters is currently working on creating a body suit and parachute that will allow us to literally free-fall from space safely.

Space Diver Suit

Picture that you are orbiting the earth on a NASA star gazing mission, when all of a sudden, space debris begins tearing apart your ship. Without a second thought you push the hatch open and fling yourself into the big black nothing. You propel yourself towards earth at speeds over 2500mph, faster than any human has ever gone without the assistance of a vehicle. You release the first chute upon entering the atmosphere to provide stability to your fall. Once you reach 3000 feet you deploy your main chute and glide safely to the ground.

“They call it “the most extreme sport in human history”. No kidding…Where do I sign?”

How is this possible? The creators at Orbital Outfitters seem to believe that with a heat resistant space suit and the right type of chutes, it can be done. They are hoping to be the first to develop the equipment you’ll need to get you back from space without your ship. They call it “the most extreme sport in human history”. No kidding…Where do I sign?

The design of the suit is actually very reminiscent of the movie Rocket Man, except without the bronze helmet. Remember, all of this is currently in the works and still has yet to be proven functional, but if Orbital Outfitters can pull this off, then the REAL space boom is about to start. What, with Japan soon to be offering orbital tours, and NASA selling rides to the highest bidder, these “Jump Suits” will be one of the most valuable assets in future space travel.

Orbital Outfitters still has some work to do on this ground breaking project and no release date has been heard of as of yet. But keep your eyes open ladies and gentlemen. The future may be unfolding before your very eyes and it looks very promising.